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Campgrounds near Ashaway, Rhode Island cover a wide range of options, from developed RV hookups and cabin rentals to tent-only sites near lakes and forests. Burlingame State Park Campground in Charlestown offers tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping options just 15 minutes from Ashaway. Several private campgrounds like Mystic KOA in nearby Connecticut and Whispering Pines in Hope Valley accommodate tent camping, RVs, and cabin rentals. The region features both beachside campgrounds along the coast and forested campgrounds near lakes and ponds, with most sites positioned within a 30-minute drive of coastal attractions.
Reservations are strongly recommended during the peak summer season from Memorial Day through Labor Day, when campgrounds frequently reach capacity. Most developed campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically from April through October, with limited winter camping options. Rhode Island state parks like Fishermen's Memorial and Burlingame charge significantly higher rates for out-of-state visitors compared to residents. Several campgrounds report challenges with drainage after rainfall, with site conditions varying considerably across campgrounds. A camper noted that "flooding issues during even minor rainfall is apparent in a large portion of sites, so beware which campsite you reserve" at Burlingame State Park.
Many campers highlight beach access as a primary draw for camping in the region. Charlestown Breachway State Park provides direct waterfront RV camping with easy access to Block Island Sound for fishing and boating enthusiasts. Inland campgrounds like Whispering Pines offer amenities such as swimming pools, splash pads, and recreation facilities that appeal to families with children. Campground privacy varies significantly between locations, with some sites offering wooded seclusion while others are arranged in more open layouts. According to visitor feedback, "Most of the sites have some degree of visual separation from their neighbors, but there are places where it's hard to tell where one site ends and the next one starts." Several campgrounds feature walking trails, fishing ponds, and proximity to attractions in Newport, Mystic, and other coastal communities, making them convenient bases for exploring southern New England.
Best Campgrounds near Ashaway (129)
1. Burlingame State Park Campground
"I've never camped in Rhode Island, so I was curious to see what a state park campground had to offer."
"Site wise no one was around us so it was extra quiet and the park rangers are always around so always help if you need it. Walmart is less than ten minutes away too if you’re needing anything."
from $18 - $50 / night
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"This campground is just 15-minutes from Mystic and about an hour’s drive to Newport, Rhode Island."
"The only drawback is the proximity to Interstate 95. You can hear the highway very well at night, particularly in the safari field."
3. Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground
"Fisherman’s Memorial State Park is a large 182 site campground in Narragansett, Rhode Island."
"Lots of nearby beaches and restaurants. Campsites are simple. A patch of grass with a small bush or two, not very much shade, space or privacy."
from $18 - $28 / night
Check Availability4. Strawberry Park
"It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids. Lots of roads to bike on and walk dogs. Live band on Saturday night was nice."
"It is close by to some nice shopping areas as well. Bingo is always a family favorite and they even had that as well!"
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability5. Whispering Pines Campground
"The pool, splash pad, and nearly everything else was non operational or locked up still. Bocce ball set was pad locked, no one working the rec hall for horse shoes, shuffle board was in op."
"The kids got to enjoy a brand new splash pad which was great and a small train ride around the park. Pretty tight turns and big hills for towing your trailer through but it fits."
from $60 - $80 / night
Check Availability6. Wawaloam Campground
"Wawaloam Campground in Rhode Island was our 3rd state & campground on our East Coast trip. Not a lot of choices in Rhode Island, but we liked this camp ground in a rural wooded area.
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from $50 - $75 / night
Check Availability7. Crocker's Boatyard
"Which was walking distance from the boat yard. Had a bite to eat at the Blue Duck, it was fine. Saw the show and walk back to the boat yard."
"Easy access to the boatyard at night; pulled in, picked a spot and all good. Enjoyed the pool.
Walked to Fort Trumbull.
Recommend Crockers."
from $50 - $75 / night
Check Availability8. Hopeville Pond State Park Campground
"General: There are three sections to this campground: five canoe sites; 16 sites including one cabin behind the ranger station and what I would assume is the main section with 61 sites."
"It is just off the highway, and most sites don’t use electricity or water."
from $17 - $50 / night
Check Availability9. Sun Outdoors Mystic
"This park is in a great location for exploring Mystic. You are close to downtown, the aquarium, Mystic Seaport and other attractions."
"Seaport RV is a great, spacious campground with many amenities and a location close to Mystic."
10. Green Falls Campground
"Awesome place nice pond walking distance from site great swimming and fishing spacious sites pretty private"
"Great off the beaten path place to camp. Sites are large but close together. Each contain a rock built fire ring. There are toilets but no showers. Good parking for camper but limited for guests."
from $17 / night
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Drive Time
- 29 min from Norwich, CT
- 32 min from Providence, RI
- 1 hr 2 min from Hartford, CT
- 1 hr 8 min from Worcester, MA
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Countryside RV Park
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Nature's Campsites
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Strawberry Park
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Wawaloam Campground
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Hopeville Pond State Park Campground
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Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground
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Recent Reviews near Ashaway, RI
698 Reviews of 129 Ashaway Campgrounds
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Crocker's Boatyard
The fireworks-WOW
Had a wonderful 2 night stay, an added plus were the annual fireworks, a wonderful surprise. Highly recommend Crocker’s BoatYard, friendly, safe, convenient location and lovely pool as well.
- AAndrew B.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
Beautiful and convenient
Easy to get to, great communication and lovely location. Recommended!
- BBlake N.Scout
Crocker's Boatyard
Awesome
This place is fantastic and I would definitely stay again. It is a working shipyard and marina. Excellent showers. Very nice pool and pool deck with umbrella right on the water. One mile from block island ferry.
- DDavid G.
TravelerCrocker's Boatyard
Great spot and great hosts
Crocker’s is a nice relaxing scenic place to stay in the New London area.
Walking distance to restaurants and to Fort Trumbull.
So much fun watching the boats and boating activities.
Electric and water included. There is a free dump station about a mile away (during regular business hours). *Can be found on The Dyrt.
Hosts were super friendly and had nice recommendations for places to see around town. Thank you !!!! We will definitely be visiting again. 
Kaileigh K.
GuideFort Getty Campground
Great location!
Fort Getty campground was in an incredible location to Jamestown and with many things to do in the park itself. The tent sites are open field style and some groups can get big so be ready for that. We had tent site 6 and it was tucked back in its own little area which was an awesome surprise. Overall we had a quick stay and everyone we encountered was friendly, bathrooms are older but a short walk from tent area. The access the Jamestown and the surrounding areas and views is what makes this place totally worth it!
- AAshley H.Traveler
Mashamoquet Brook Campground — Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Cozy Rustic Campground
Due to the heat wave, I opted not to spend the night, but we did roll through and check out the area. First thing we noticed is how close and open the sites were, with a few exceptions. I attached photos of the more secluded sites I plan to choose next time. Site 49 is what I had reserved and it was large and partially secluded. The bathroom buildings are boarded up across the campground and state park with port o potties in front. I was not eager to check those out… a bucket started feeling like the safer option lol It was quiet but on the more secluded sites, there was ample road noise and you could see the road from some sites. I didn’t get a chance to look for the walkway to the park and river, but I plan to next time. The state park and river nearby was beautiful and quiet and serene with smattering Fourth of July picnics. Overall, I plan to return here when the weather is more cooperative and my car camper is better equipped :)
- VVictoria V.Traveler
Hide-A-Way Cove Campground
Just okay
When we arrived at our site we were instantly greeted with an angry resident. He started shooing us away as we were trying to park our camper at our site. He needed to back out and leave but we had only been there no more than 3 minutes before he popped up angrily. There are a lot of long term campers there. Very very unkept campers. Broken down, damaged, some look unlivable. Some may not like the dozens of cats everywhere, but I did. It’s fun to spot a new cat roaming around the campground. The pool is nice and clean. The playground is cute. The Arcade is not worth going to. A lot of the games were broken or empty. Bikes are NOT allowed. My 8 year old son was riding his bike and we were told he couldn’t do that at this campground. The pond/beach area is beautiful. You can try fishing in it. We didn’t catch anything. I definitely don’t suggest swimming in it. It’s not clean enough for that. Camp “store” is very minimal in what they have. Mostly little candy and some minor essentials. There is also a little restaurant attached to the camp store. I like that the sites were grass and not dirt. Or site did not have sewer. We had to go to the dump station to empty black water.
Nancy W.
LegendNewport RV Park
Clean sites, good location.
We stayed here a number of years ago when it was Milleville Ponds Campground and what an improvement! The park is really clean, well mowed, well-packed gravel roads and camping pads. No problem for big-rigs. There are some seasonals but their sites were tidy. About half the campsites are in the woods and half in the open. There are some deluxe sites with paved patios and nicer fire pits but they are really close together and no shade. We really liked our site (#400) which was gravel, long and level. (We would choose 401 if we came back.) The patio had nice grass which our dog loved. The utilities were well-placed and the electric legs were good at 124 volts. I called to see if there was cable tv because there was a connection on our post and was told that some sites had cable. But, when I hooked it up, we didn’t get any channels; however, we got about 60 over-the-air tv channels. Great wifi. Not much for amenities, just a pavilion and playground. There is a public dog park just outside the park that is really big and you can walk a ¼ mile to a hiking trail. There are three airstreams and a 3-bedroom house for rent. The bath house is centrally located. Unfortunately, they are not super close to the tent sites and there is no path through campsites so you either have to walk around or cut through someone’s site. It took us anywhere from 20 to 30 minutes to get downtown (depending on traffic). There are few restaurants nearby and a grocery less than ten minutes away. Overall, we liked how clean and well-kept the park was and enjoyed our site. We stayed eight nights with the average nightly cost at $81and would come back if in the area.
Guide to Ashaway
Campsites around Ashaway, Rhode Island sit at elevations between 100-400 feet above sea level in the western part of the state. The region experiences humid continental climate with summer temperatures averaging 80-85°F during peak camping season and evening temperatures dropping to 60-65°F. Many campsites offer wooded settings with partial to full shade, providing natural cooling during summer months.
What to do
Kayaking and fishing access: The canoe sites at Hopeville Pond State Park Campground provide direct waterfront access for paddlers. "These are tent only. You park and walk about 100 yards to the site. There are only four sites in this secluded section of the campground. Sites CN02, CN03 and CN04 have direct waterfront on the pond. You can launch kayaks, paddle boards, etc right from the site!" according to Jason S.
Family recreation facilities: Wawaloam Campground offers extensive water features during summer months. "Besides the pool they have a splash pad, a water slide, mini golf, a nice pond for fishing. The playground is nice. The grounds are well taken care of," notes Cynthia K. The water park area includes two swimming pools that generally operate from late May through early September.
Beach proximity: Waterfront camping at Charlestown Breachway State Park Campground puts you steps from Block Island Sound. Justin F. explains: "There is a more 'private' sandy area near the water sites (close to sites 70's) where we were able to pull up a chair and sit in the water. Minimal waves and lots of people watching. There were many people fishing and reeling them in."
What campers like
Year-round options: While most area campgrounds close for winter, Mystic KOA operates throughout the year for those seeking off-season camping near Ashaway. "We go to Mystic Connecticut every year and always stay in a hotel. From here on out we will do our annual trip with our camper at Mystic KOA! It provided us the opportunity to have our own space all while still enjoying our favorite activities in the area," shares Jenn.
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention facility cleanliness as a highlight at several campgrounds. At Sun Outdoors Mystic, "The bathrooms and showers are spotless and newly painted. Our site didn't have sewer, but the electric and water were working fine. We saw maintenance people making repairs while we were there," reports Pam R.
Varied site layouts: Burlingame State Park Campground offers diverse camping environments within one property. Andrew P. describes: "Hundreds of sites, some level some not, some dirt sites, some grassy, some with a ton of shade, some out in the open, excellent for bikes, there are in-camp roads, so big you can get lost(sorta)."
What you should know
Varying site spacing: Campground density differs dramatically between properties. At Mystic KOA, Tony B. notes: "Call me old school, but when I camp, I want trees, space between sites, and privacy from neighboring sites. You won't get that here. Think of row houses in any city and that's what you get here."
Cost differences for residents vs. non-residents: Rhode Island state parks have significant price variances. Lee D. explains about Fishermens Memorial State Park Campground: "The rates for out of state campers are significantly more than for residents. I'm used to paying $5 or even $10 more for being from out of state but here the fee is double or more for out-of-state campers."
Reservation timing: The best places to camp near Ashaway, Rhode Island fill quickly during summer. For Whispering Pines Campground, Johnny W. advises: "Our site we picked back in January was GREAT! Caters more to the seasonal campers than transients but still a good experience."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Family-oriented amenities vary widely between campgrounds. At Strawberry Park, "Kids had fun on the many play grounds. It was a bit too cold outside but the pools and hot tubs looked nice. Splash pad was clean and used by kids. Lots of roads to bike on and walk dogs," according to Michael C.
Indoor recreation options: For rainy day contingencies, seek campgrounds with covered facilities. Michelle D. shares about Strawberry Park: "When my family went here it poured! And we were thankful that there were so many things to do, painting ceramics, karaoke, an arcade (at the time it had DDR which was all the rage)."
Site selection for quiet: Strategic site selection helps with family camping. For Burlingame State Park, David M. suggests: "If you want a good visit do not stay down by the lake!!!" This simple advice helps families avoid high-traffic areas where noise may be more prevalent.
Tips from RVers
Self-contained requirements: Several waterfront campgrounds near Ashaway have specific RV requirements. At Charlestown Breachway, Jean C. explains: "If you have a self-contained RV (no pop-up/canvas; permanent toilets/water tanks), like the beach, fishing, boating, and/or windsurfing, this may just be the park for you."
Generator hours: Noise limitations affect dry camping comfort. Jae H. notes about Charlestown Breachway: "A lot of campers run their generator, so be prepared to hear/smell them. But quiet hours are very respected." Generator use is typically restricted to 8am-8pm at most campgrounds without electrical hookups.
Pull-through availability: Level sites with easy access matter for larger rigs. At Wawaloam Campground, Joseph M. reports: "Hookups were awesome and easy. Layout is amazing, mostly pull through and pet friendly."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Ashaway, RI?
Which is the most popular campground near Ashaway, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ashaway, RI is Burlingame State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 51 reviews.
What parks are near Ashaway, RI?
What parks are near Ashaway, RI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Ashaway, RI that allow camping, notably Westville Lake and Buffumville Lake.
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